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Fox

Freelance Studio Technician, DC Bureau

Washington, DC

$71 - $80.50/hr

... FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News ... and video shader. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Work with technical staff to satisfy ...

Navier AI

Full Stack Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Knowledge of WebGL or shader programming (GLSL, WGSL) * Experience integrating ML model inference ... Direct exposure to high-impact technical problems in aerospace, automotive, and advanced ...

Navier AI

Full Stack Engineer

San Francisco, CA

Knowledge of WebGL or shader programming (GLSL, WGSL) * Experience integrating ML model inference ... Direct exposure to high-impact technical problems in aerospace, automotive, and advanced ...

Insomniac Games

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Works closely with Art Directors to develop visual targets, maintain a cohesive visual style and ... Advance understanding of complex node-based shader networks such as those used in Unreal, Unity ...

Turtle Rock Studios

UI Technical Artist

Irvine, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

This position will report to the UX/UI Director. Responsibilities * Implement, optimize, and ... Contribute to the development of materials and shader solutions that elevate the look and feel of ...

Navier AI

Full Stack Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Knowledge of WebGL or shader programming (GLSL, WGSL) * Experience integrating ML model inference ... Direct exposure to high-impact technical problems in aerospace, automotive, and advanced ...

Tencent

Senior VFX Artist (Gameplay)

Los Angeles, CA

$106K - $199K/yr

Collaborate with the Art Director on the visual style of effects in the game, through verbal and ... Understanding of CGFX and/or HLSL shader languages. * Texturing, modeling, skinning, animation, or ...

Turtle Rock Studios

UI Technical Artist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

This position will report to the UX/UI Director. Responsibilities * Implement, optimize, and ... Contribute to the development of materials and shader solutions that elevate the look and feel of ...

Valicy

AI Technical Artist

Greenville, NC

$121K - $145K/yr

Director Status : Exempt WHO WE ARE: We are Valicy. We make games. We also make the machines they ... scripting, shader, or automation experience. -Experience creating custom tools to assist and ...

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What is the difference between Director Shader vs Lead Shader?

AspectDirector ShaderLead Shader
CredentialsProven experience in shader development, often with a strong portfolioSimilar credentials, often with additional leadership or mentorship experience
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with art and technical teams in game or film studiosLeads shader teams, works closely with artists and programmers
Industry UsageCommon in AAA game studios, VFX, and animation companiesOften found in similar environments, sometimes as a step below or alongside Director Shader

The main difference between a Director Shader and a Lead Shader lies in their scope of responsibility. The Director Shader typically oversees the overall shader development process and sets artistic and technical standards, while the Lead Shader focuses more on leading the shader team, implementing specific shader techniques, and ensuring project deadlines are met. Both roles require strong technical skills and industry experience, but the Director Shader usually has a broader strategic role.

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Lighting Artist, Environment (Contingent)

Lighting Artist, Environment (Contingent)

Naughty Dog

Santa Monica, CA

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, Yoh Enterprise Solutions.  Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.

This is a hybrid / onsite position.  

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. We've been busy at the Kennel, most recently releasing The Last of Us Part I, a complete and faithful remake of the original game, rebuilt from the ground up and fully optimized for the PlayStation 5 and currently in development for PC. As a part of the Naughty Dog legacy, you'll be continuing the development of extraordinary and enduring experiences for a broad, global range of audiences.

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

The Lighting Artist will be crafting lighting and post effects for background lighting.

What you will do:

  • Develop the lighting scheme, color-palette, post-processing-fx, and general visual mood that turns unlit 3-D environment models into exciting and visually compelling 3D game environments

  • Work with modelers and texture/shader artists to optimize the visual look and run-time performance of the Environments

  • Work with outsource vendors and lighting artists, collaborating on visual looks, tech, training, and workflows both giving and  receiving feedback

  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

What skills you will use:

  • 1-3 years of industry experience in Film or Games generating final picture

  • Has shipped at least one AAA game

  • Excellent competency in Autodesk Maya and knowledge of Global Illumination

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Thorough understanding of direct/indirect light, luminance / exposure and color-theory

  • Proven work experience with generating light-maps, pre-lighting or baked lighting is desired

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an art test.

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